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Sights of Armenia Tavush
Matosavank Monastery
- RegionTavush
- Distance from Yerevan100.9 km
- TypeMonastery/Church
Tavush
About this place
Matosavank, built in the 13th century, is located within the territory of Dilijan National Park in the Tavush region. The monastery consists of the Saint Astvatsatsin Church, a narthex, and a library. These structures primarily feature preserved vaulted ceilings.
The Saint Astvatsatsin Church of the complex is also known as the Copper Mine Church or the Saint Astvatsatsin of the Copper Mine. It is a small vaulted structure. On either side of the church's entrance, two khachkars (cross-stones) are still preserved. Another khachkar is located on the north side beneath the church's wall, dating back to 1251. The collapsed dome is no longer present.
Both the narthex and library are also vaulted, though the exact date of their construction remains unknown.
Interesting
facts about Matosavank Monastery
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The monastery has been recognized as a state-protected monument of republican significance.
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The cemetery extends to the southeast of the monument. It contains unfinished gravestones and the pedestals of khachkars.
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The walls inside the monastery are now entirely covered in moss. Over the centuries, the monastery has so thoroughly blended with nature that it can be difficult for tourists to spot."
Weather in Tavush
The high season in Armenia lasts for a long time due to the pleasant climate conditions. Warm days in Armenia start in March and last until late autumn; winter is usually snowless and not long. The high precipitation season is variable. The tourist season for Matosavank monastery depends on the weather conditions.
Matosavank Monastery
FAQ
What is Matosavank and where is it?
Matosavank is a 13th-century monastery within Dilijan National Park in the Tavush region. It is recognized as a state-protected monument of republican significance.
What is the Saint Astvatsatsin Church also called, and what can you see there?
The church is also known as the Copper Mine Church, or Saint Astvatsatsin of the Copper Mine; it is a small vaulted building. Two khachkars (cross-stones) are preserved on either side of its entrance, and another khachkar, dated 1251, stands beneath the church wall on the north side.
Why can Matosavank be hard to spot?
The walls inside the monastery are now entirely covered in moss, and over the centuries the complex has blended so thoroughly with nature that it can be difficult for visitors to spot. A cemetery with unfinished gravestones and khachkar pedestals extends to the southeast of the monument.
Tavush
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